Growing Fangs: How "Ginger Snaps" Ties Puberty to Werewolves
John Fawcett’s "Ginger Snaps" intertwines the lore of the werewolf to the hellish experience of a young girl going through puberty.

Paul is a 30-year-old computer teacher with a modest monthly income, yet he has to support a family. After a drunken stint, he declares he'll do anything to earn a fortune. This is overheard by Ben, a former assassin, who decides to train Paul to become his successor. Over a year ago, Ben's lover suddenly disappeared, leaving him devastated and determined to train an even better apprentice to complete his career as a killer. After six months of training, Paul receives his first assignment, only to be surprised by his target. Meanwhile, Ben's missing girlfriend returns to Hong Kong...
John Fawcett’s "Ginger Snaps" intertwines the lore of the werewolf to the hellish experience of a young girl going through puberty.
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